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Controversial, Heartbreaking, Funny & Unforgiving | The Truth About Being a Scottish FIFA Ref
John Rowbotham joins Frank and Simon for one of the most revealing conversations we’ve ever had on the podcast.
From the highest levels of FIFA officiating to the moments that still sting years later, John opens up about the controversial decisions, the intense scrutiny and the emotional cost of being the man in the middle.
He explains what it really feels like when 50,000 people think you’ve got it wrong. The pressure before kick-off. The split-second calls that can define careers. And the moments that stay with you long after the final whistle.
There are heartbreaking stories. There are…
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